7 days in Venice & Verona Itinerary

Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.

Piazza San Marco and Doge's Palace are good opportunities to explore the local culture. For shopping fun, head to Mercati di Rialto or T Fondaco Dei Tedeschi. The adventure continues: admire the striking features of Basilica di San Marco, take in the spiritual surroundings of Santa Maria dei Miracoli, explore the activities along Canal Grande, and make a trip to Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari.

For maps, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Venice trip itinerary maker website.

If you are flying in from Saudi Arabia, the closest major aiports are Venice Marco Polo Airport, Treviso-Sant'Angelo Airport and Trieste–Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport. June in Venice sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to drive to Verona.

The famous setting for Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet, Verona is one of northern Italy's main tourist destinations, largely owing to its incredibly rich artistic heritage.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Basilica di San Zeno Maggiore and Camera degli Sposi. Museo Dell'olio D'oliva and Museo Archeologico al Teatro Romano will appeal to museum buffs. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Verona: Sirmione (Centro Storico Sirmione & Jamaica Beach), Mantua (Basilica di Sant'Andrea di Mantova & Il Museo Storico dei Vigili del Fuoco) and Punta di San Vigilio (in Garda). There's much more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Verona's Cathedral (Duomo), experience the emotional art of opera at Arena di Verona, pause for some serene contemplation at San Fermo Maggiore, Verona, and steep yourself in history at I Portoni della Bra.

For other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Verona trip maker.

Traveling by car from Venice to Verona takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle; or take a bus. In June in Verona, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 20°C at night.